Most of us have heard about phishing (pronounced like "fishing"). It's when someone is trying to obtain personal information about you to steal your identity. Things like a credit card number, password or social security card number.

If you are just starting out, you have many options to furnish your office and find equipment for your business. Don’t forget to also look into Government Surplus.

It is quite easy to communicate with elected officials in the U.S. and many other countries. Use usa.gov to find out about their positions on issues or simply write a letter, telephone, fax, or e-mail them.

U.S. government agency purchases of good and services are a lucrative source of revenue for small businesses. The Federal government spent about $425 billion in 2007. We discuss several approaches for getting some of that work.

Need someone to bounce your business ideas off of? Free advice is offered by SCORE, which is manned by experienced former business owners who are now retired. Entrepreneurs and existing small businesses and startups are entitled to counseling, financial assistance, and special contracting opportunities with the government agencies.

This tongue in cheek article lists all the reasons why you would not consider a federal government job. This should be read by couples, first job seekers and those needing some degree of security.

Almost half of the 900,000 federal employees are ready to retire. This means that your chances of finding a job with the Federal Government are extremely good. What's our advice? Do an internship.

According to the US government, there are ten areas that are the most popular on line destinations with individuals. We think these eight are relatively good.

Tired of dealing with bureaucrats when it comes to getting your passport? Maybe it's time to call your Member of Congress. While they can't perform miracles, they can get things moving if you have at least done your part. Note, things are much better this year so get that passport now. It's good for 10 years for adults.

Here are some of the most important government websites for calculating how much cash you will need, where to get it and the equipment to start a home based or small business.

OMB Watch, a non-governmental organization created a new website called Welcome to FederalSpending.org. The new website provides small businesseses, non-profits and individuals with information on how the US Federal Government is spending your hard earned money.

Not all governments support democracy. Does this mean youy should not visit them? Of course not, but you'll find a close correlation between how these 45 countries deal with the Internet and how they feel about human rights, business travellers and tourists.

In fact, about 45 countries filter and/or block the Internet by:

Besides a lack of expertise, a shortage of money is the 2nd major reason why small businesses fail. With this in mind, we explore some sources of funding and new approaches to finance your startup or existing small business.

According to the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC), almost 3.25 million Americans discovered that their personal information had been misused in identity theft fraud in 2002. The number of Americans affected by this crime has probably increased since then.